Strawberry Layer Cake: The Best Indulgent Treat with Whipped Cream Frosting
Indulge in the rich flavors of a Strawberry Layer Cake with Whipped Cream Frosting, perfect for any occasion.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup milk
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in the milk and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, combine the flour and baking powder, then gradually add it to the wet mixture.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Let the cakes cool before removing them from the pans.
- For the frosting, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- Once the cakes are cool, layer them with whipped cream and sliced strawberries.
- Frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining whipped cream.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can add a splash of vanilla extract to the whipped cream.
- Make sure the cakes are completely cooled before frosting to prevent melting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Strawberry Layer Cake, Whipped Cream Frosting, Dessert, Cake